Southwestern College Courses

Master fundamental data structures and algorithms through hands-on implementation, including stacks, queues, trees, graphs, sorting, and searching techniques for efficient computational problem-solving.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master computer architecture fundamentals, from machine language to memory organization, I/O systems, and logic design principles while exploring key architectural trade-offs.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master fundamental discrete mathematics concepts, including logic, proof techniques, counting, graphs, trees, and probability - essential foundations for computer science applications.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential medical terminology, word construction, pronunciation, and spelling while exploring diagnostic tools, procedures, and basic pharmacological treatments used in patient care.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore fundamental concepts of music theory, history, and cultural significance while developing a deeper appreciation for musical expression and its evolution through time.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the evolution of jazz through its major stylistic periods, from West African roots to modern expressions, while developing critical listening and analytical skills.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the evolution of American popular music from 1900 to today, examining its connections to social movements, politics, and economic changes in society.

• California Community Colleges System
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master the essentials of music theory through hands-on practice with note reading, keyboard skills, rhythm, intervals, scales, and triads to build a strong foundation in musical understanding.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential audio recording principles, from sound physics to digital techniques, microphones, mixing, and signal processing while exploring both modern and historical recording methods.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential nursing student skills, from test-taking strategies to critical thinking, math, and time management - building a strong foundation for success in VN and ADN programs.

• California Community Colleges System
• 5 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential workplace soft skills, from communication and problem-solving to critical thinking and business ethics, designed to support students with disabilities in professional environments.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential English language skills through grammar, reading, listening, conversation, and writing practice at a novice-mid level to build foundational communication abilities.

• California Community Colleges System
• 5 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential trigonometry concepts from functions and radian measures to graphs, equations, and laws of sines and cosines through personalized computer-assisted instruction.

• California Community Colleges System
• 2 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential English language skills through grammar, reading, listening, conversation, and writing practice at a novice-high/A2 level while developing independent learning abilities.

• California Community Colleges System
• 4 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential Elementary Algebra concepts through personalized instruction and computer-aided learning, focusing on targeted topic review and exam preparation to build a solid mathematical foundation.

• California Community Colleges System
• 2 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course